Tacos El Karni

Mexican Restaurant 4.3 (228)


Tacos El Karni is well-regarded for its authentic Mexican food, particularly the birria and tacos, which many customers claim evoke traditional flavors reminiscent of home-cooked meals. The atmosphere, while cozy, receives mixed reviews, and service can occasionally be inconsistent.

Overall:

4.5

(194 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.5

Atmosphere:

3.6

Service:

4.0


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (661) 703-8008

Address: 2760 S Union Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Curbside Pickup Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Amenities

  • Outdoor Seating

Good for

  • Good for Children

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" My son and I had a fantastic lunch at Tacos El Karni today! The birria tacos were packed with flavor, and I really appreciated the generous portions. The service was friendly; they made sure we felt at home. We were surprised by how affordable it was for such quality! This place totally deserves the great reviews. " (*Curated Review*)

" Just had a meal at Tacos El Karni and it was fantastic! The grilled chicken tacos were incredibly moist and bursting with flavor. I can genuinely say it felt like home-cooked food. The only drawback was the seating area; it felt a bit cramped during lunch. I’ll definitely return for more! " (*Curated Review*)

" My experience at Tacos El Karni was just okay. The birria tacos were decent but not as flavorful as I hoped. The service was fairly good, but the ambiance fell flat. I felt a bit rushed even though it wasn't busy. There's potential for something great, but it didn’t quite hit the mark for me. " (*Curated Review*)

" Had a disappointing experience at Tacos El Karni. The carne asada was dry and not as flavorful as I anticipated. The staff seemed caught up with other tables, which made my wait feel longer than it should have. I might give it another chance but not sure if it lived up to the hype. " (*Curated Review*)

" Tacos El Karni offers a true taste of Mexico! The tacos are well stuffed, and the flavors are incredibly authentic. I loved the way they prepare the carne asada; it’s juicy and cooked perfectly. The vibe is casual and laid-back, perfect for grabbing a quick bite. It was moderately busy when I went, so the service was a tad slow, but the food made up for it. Highly recommended! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (184)

" Tacos El Karni truly offers a delightful experience! The flavors are rich and remind me of traditional street food in Mexico. I particularly enjoyed the carne asada tacos and the quesabirrias—both were outstanding. The service felt personal and attentive without being overbearing. I will surely be back! Highly recommended! " (*Curated Review*)

" I was not impressed with my visit to Tacos El Karni. I had the chicken quesadilla and it was dry, lacking flavor, and really didn’t live up to the hype I heard. The service was decent at least; staff was friendly but seemed distracted. I probably won't be coming back for a while, maybe I just hit them on a bad day. " (*Curated Review*)

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